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Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Rhön Mountains

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Rhön Mountains

The Top 20 Attractions in the Rhön Mountains

There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Rhön Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Rhön Mountains is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 24, 2025

Kreuzberg Monastery

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At the end of the tour, I advise everyone to stop by the monastery to enjoy a delicious meal with a large beer. You can also buy beer there to take home.

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Wasserkuppe aviation memorial

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It was built in 1923 in memory of the fallen pilots of the First World War (1914-1918), on the initiative of an association of former front-line aviation associations. According to …

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Guckaisee

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The Guckaisee lies in the valley between Eube, Pferdskopf and Wasserkuppe. So you can plan it for every hike in the area. The lake is divided in two. On the …

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Milseburg Summit and Crucifixion Group

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On the round unmistakable rock mountain… the crucifixion group is visible from afar

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Boardwalk Trail Through the Rotes Moor

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Beautiful and interesting Moorlehrpfad with good explanations regarding the plants and animals. Way is suitable for wheelchair users and strollers.

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Golgotha group (Three Crosses) on the Kreuzberg

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Great view. You can also see the radar station at the Wasserkuppe.

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Pferdskopf Summit

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The Pferdskopf is the southwestern foothill of the Wasserkuppe in the Rhön. It is located near Poppenhausen in the Hessian district of Fulda and is of volcanic origin. Great views …

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Moor lake in the Red Moor

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The Rotes Moor nature reserve is one of the last raised bogs in Hesse. After the peat mining was stopped in 1986, the restoration of the moor began. In the course of this, this pond was also created.

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Cascade Gorge

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Super varied forest route with bridges and river rushing!

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Red moor

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Nice hiking trail on planks. Interesting information and a great landscape. A trip for the whole family.

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The Top 20 Attractions in the Rhön Mountains

Kreuzberg Monastery

Wasserkuppe aviation memorial

Guckaisee

Milseburg Summit and Crucifixion Group

Boardwalk Trail Through the Rotes Moor

Golgotha group (Three Crosses) on the Kreuzberg

Pferdskopf Summit

Moor lake in the Red Moor

Cascade Gorge

Red moor

Other adventures in the Rhön Mountains

Most popular routes in the Rhön Mountains

Most popular attractions in the Rhön Mountains

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